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5.0 (56 reviews)
Wed 8:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)
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Mary B.

Love this place! The owners are great dancers and teachers. Took the free Saturday Salsa and Bachata beginner lesson. You can take them as many times as you want. And you get 20% off classes if you sign up that day and you have 90 days to start class. You can also sign up for a one time unlimited weeks worth of classes for $40 so you can test them all out. Their next round of classes starts in October I believe. In the meantime they have drop in classes that you can take whenever you like! I'll definitely be back! It's very clean, bright, open, and high energy! Super cute set up. There are stairs so if stairs are tough be prepared. Parking was easy when I went but I imagine it's not always like that.

Intermediate Salsa (Fall Class 2025)

At first I started Dancer University so I didn't embarrassed myself during social events. Then I got hooked on the community feelings. Now I don't want to miss a single class because I am constantly growing as a dancer and person. I am blessed to have Nicole as my salsa teacher. Nicole has a unique gift to make everyone feel welcomed and create a safe environment. She will give you valuable feedback so you will definitely improve. Her class set the pace that is accommodating to everyone. The progressive courses review what was learned last week so you won't be overwhelmed. The more you put in the work the more you will see results. So if you want improve as a dancer and possibly grow as a person. I suggest you invest in the progressive course. Ultimately the first step is up to you (pun intended )

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Deborah H.

I would recommend Bachata with John and Sophia. They teach it on Sundays and Tuesdays. It's a 12 week program. It is for beginners as I do have some Dance, In different styles. Two hours and it's great practice. They have great energy. This is my second time doing the class. To become a good dancer, you need to get the basics down. It doesn't matter if I've done it a few times you have to put in the hours to become good. This is the place to do it

Linda K.

Dancing has changed my life! This place is in the heart of Brentwood is a must place to go to learn from the best teachers! They have monthly programs to drop in classes to weekender to even socials at night. Where the learning of dancing never stops. I really love the style of salsa and bachata and this is the only place you need to go to learn!! Thank you Nicole you have such a wonderful community you have built here

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Ely M.

Just took a salsa and bachata class for the first time at Dancer University. Loved both classes and the instructors Nicole, David, and Madeline were all lovely! Looking forward to checking out their other classes this summer!

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2 months ago

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29 days ago

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Nicole G.

Thank you for the lovely review! We love having you!

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20 days ago

You have found the right place! Awesome instructors, energy and community. So grateful for Dancer University!

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5 months ago

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Nicole G.

Thank you so much Kevin!

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10 months ago

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Nicole G.

John and Sofia are great! So happy to hear you are having a good time!

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1 year ago

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Nicole G.

Wow Linda! Thank you!

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4 months ago

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11 months ago

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Nicole G.

Thank you for this thoughtful review and great job today!

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Nicole G.

Thank you so much for the lovely review! We loved having you in class!

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1 year ago

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Nicole G.

Thank you for being part of our dance fam!

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9 months ago

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Nicole G.

We love having you and are so impressed by your dedication!

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6 months ago

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11 months ago

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Thank you for the fantastic review! We loved having you in class!

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11 months ago

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Nicole G.

Glad you enjoyed the class Chala! Maria is great!

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1 year ago

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Nicole G.

You rock Cory! Thank you for the rave review!

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1 year ago

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Nicole G.

Wouldn't be the same without you

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4 months ago

Nicole is an extraordinary instructor! I am and am introvert and It was my first class ever and I had such a great time!

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4 months ago

I had so much fun I will definitely be coming back! The teacher was amazing as well and I definitely recommend her

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4 months ago

I came for the bachata class. It was a Great environment, the facility is very clean, and the teacher was really nice

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Nicole G.

You're awesome Aaron! Thank you for the review!

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1 year ago

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Nicole G.

Love to hear that! Thank you for choosing to dance with us!

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Nicole G.

Great job in class and thank you for the awesome review!

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5 months ago

Amazing class! Positive instructors and talented students. Lots of great energy and I enjoyed the song choices. Would highly recommend :)

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Nicole G.

I agree with all u said! Thank you! The music was on fire tonight!

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1 year ago

Highly recommend this studio. The salsa and bachata drop-in classes and progressives are top notch

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Nicole G.

So true! Thank you for the great review :) We're lucky to have you!

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Thank you for dancing with us!

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9 months ago

There's no better dance studio in LA. Fun, friendly, and informative!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Nicole G.

All the exclamation marks!!!!

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1 year ago

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So happy to hear this :) thank you for the lovely review

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6 months ago

Dancer University is always a welcoming warm place where they have great instructors who give it their all to help you learn

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Nicole G.

Appreciate your review!

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1 year ago

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Stanley, you are the greatest! Thank you for the review!

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